Midcentury Modern
Mid-century Modern
“The project really is a dramatic transformation that, at the same time, retained and honored all the positive fundamental structural features that exemplify “mid-century modern.” The Magnuses oversaw/designed every detail and did so magnificently!”
Rediscovering Mid-Century Modern: Where Timeless Design Meets Your Lifestyle
At Architects Magnus, we consider it a privilege to revitalize iconic mid-century modern homes, breathing new life into architectural marvels crafted by legends like Cliff May, Robert Mosher, Homer Delawie, and William Krisel of Palmer & Krisel. These homes embody an era of pioneering design, from the striking post-and-beam ceilings to the expansive open floor plans.
Our approach is not just about restoration; it's about preserving the soul of these architectural treasures. We seamlessly integrate a modern lifestyle into an energy-efficient home suited for 21st-century living while celebrating the original vision. Occasionally, that means training a builder to understand the core philosophy of this type of building. We are captivated by the challenge of crafting spaces that reflect how you live in perfect harmony with the past.
Pool view from a Palmer & Krisel model in the Pacifica Tract. Photo by Darren Bradley
Pool view from a Palmer & Krisel model in the Pacifica Tract. Photo by Darren Bradley
Rain chain detail of a Robert Mosher, FAIA residential renovation.
Covered walkway to the front door of a home originally designed by Robert Mosher, FAIA.
Alvarado Estates deep-energy retrofit modernization: Natural light filtering through the open-air skylights onto the covered patio.
Alvarado Estates deep-energy retrofit modernization: A custom scupper directs water down a rain chain into a stone vessel.
Living room view of a Mission Hills mid-century modern renovation.
Living room art wall of a Mission Hills mid-century modern renovation.
Kitchen remodel of a Palmer & Krisel house in the Point Loma Estates tract.
Kitchen remodel of a Palmer & Krisel house in the Point Loma Estates tract.
Cliff May factory model home structural wall panel diagram.
A perspective view of a Cliff May factory home.
A perspective view of a Cliff May factory home.
An addition to a Palmer & Krisel house in the Bay Park neighborhood of San Diego.
A major renovation and facade addition to a Palmer & Krisel house in the UCSD neighborhood.
A major renovation and facade addition to a Palmer & Krisel house in the Pacifica tract.